ZAILANI BIN ALI
GROUP CHIEF HUMAN RESOURCE OFFICER
Menara UMW, Jalan Puncak , Off Jalan P. Ramlee, 50250 Kuala Lumpur,Kuala Lumpur
Summary
Proven leader with great and detail-oriented observation skills. Goal-oriented with calm and focused demeanor in stressful situations. Detail-oriented team player with strong organizational skills. Ability to handle multiple projects simultaneously with a high degree of accuracy.
Overview
34
34
years of professional experience
Work History
Group Chief Human Resource Officer
UMW Holdings Berhad
10.2016 - Current
- Design Group Human Resource Strategy and practices to ensure sound people readiness and capability to drive change and growth.
- Work closely with the Board of Directors, Divisional Presidents and Heads to thrive in today's rapidly changing business space as well as constantly improve productivity, ROE and operational efficiency.
- Inculcate UMW's New Ways of Working (WOW) to build a better work culture and engagement, installed Success Factor for a better organization and people efficiency and strong performance.
- Install a state of balance of industrial harmony and trust between UNIONs and Managements to ensure positive collaboration and smooth consequence management.
- Manage the entire Group Safety, System, Health and Environmental and report to the Risk Board.
- Manage the Group Corporate Communication, Branding and sustainability programs.
VP/Human Resource Director (Project Assigment)
Maxis Berhad
07.2012 - 06.2024
- Worked closely with the Board of Director on 'fit for purpose' optimization project and rebuilt the relevant technical skills and competencies for future growth.
- Redesigned the total reward strategy and governance model to enable well efficient benefits programs that are risk balanced.
- Redesigned the organizational structure to avoid overlapping functions and silo. Provided clarity in roles and focus and redefined the revenue-generating function, revenue-enabling function and corporate core.
- Revamped the sales incentive programs to drive right behaviors and motivation to drive revenue and customers retentions.
Director
IM Leadership Sdn Bhd
07.2014 - 09.2016
- Lead the Consulting business to help clients deliver its business aspirations in the are of business transformation, leadership development, culture and engagement, industrial relations, performance and rewards etc.
- Facilitated and conducted the senior leadership training, coaching and mentoring and teambuilding.
- Worked closely with government agencies in designing the curriculum for 'dual training programme', TVET and vocational/technical skills/reskilling training.
Global HR Business Council/SVP, Human Capital
International Netherland Group
07.2004 - 06.2012
- Reported to the Global Director of Talent, primally responsible to support the top 200 senior talent mobility with the Group that includes the development and Group Talent Council assessments.
- Developed ING Malaysia Group's Human Capital strategy in alignment with the Group HR.
- Anchored a winning performance culture and measure the engagement level as part of Group LTI incentive parameters.
- Optimized organizational structures by conducting job analysis, aligning roles with strategic objectives, and establishing clear career paths.
- Asia's Project leader in revamping the Regional Reward Strategy and performance management system that includes the implementation of the Success Factor across the Group.
Head of Human Resource and Corporate Affairs
DaimlerChrysler - Mercedes Benz Group
12.2002 - 06.2005
- Support DaimlerChrysler Germany in setting up the DamilerChrylser Malaysia, working closely with MIDA and other government agencies in getting the relevant approval to start operation.
- Hire 600 key staff from various industries including staff staff migration from Cycle Carriage Berhad.
- Work with Mitsubishi FUSO Japan in Bus and Track integration strategy and execution.
- Install DCM's reward strategy and anchor the corporate culture initiatives throughout merged entity and staff.
- Install industrial hormany and strong partnership with National Union of Transport and NUCW to ensure smooth kick start of the operation.
Vice President of HR Corporate Bank
Citibank Berhad
12.2001 - 11.2002
- Enhanced company profitability by implementing people strategic business plans and optimizing operational processes for corporate bank.
- Ensured regulatory compliance at all times by implementing robust internal controls systems coupled with proactive monitoring mechanisms.
- Cultivated strong relationships with National Union of Bank Employees (NUBE) to promote collaboration and long-term success.
- Spearheaded organizational restructuring initiatives, streamlining operations and reducing overhead costs.
- Championed talent development programs via various global talent program such as GEMMA, MT, Fast Track Talent mobility, HIPO etc, promoting employee engagement and retention while enhancing overall workforce capabilities.
Regional Head of Human Resource
CPC/AJI, US Corn Product International
11.1999 - 11.2001
- Reported to Global Head of HR, primarliy responsible to streamline HR operations for increased productivity, staffing requirements, people development and efficiency through process improvements and staff capabilities.
- Optimized resource allocation to maximize profits, reducing costs without compromising business operation, quality and service levels.
- Developed a collaborative culture, fostering teamwork and open communication throughout the region.
- Anchored the industrial harmony with National Union of Commercial Workers (NUCW) to ensure long term business productivity and growth.
- Headed the HSE/OSHA management, GMP and other Bestfoods International compliance initiatives.
Group Industrial Relation Manager/HR Manager
DRB-HICOM Berhad
04.1994 - 10.1999
- Installed conducive working environment and anchored strong relationship with more than 6 National UNIONs and more than 10 Collective Agreements.
- Optimized resource allocation by conducting regular performance evaluations and providing personalized coaching for staff development, PIP and consequence management.
- Administered the Group's Scholarship Program, apprenticeship and management trainee with the Group
- Represented the Group in all IR matters, conciliation and court cases
- Conducted Collective Agreement's competitive analysis to prepare the Board's mandate for Collective Agreements negotiations.
- Built high-performing teams through effective recruitment, onboarding, and talent development initiatives.
IR/Compensation and Benefits Manager
Telekom Malaysia Berhad
07.1990 - 03.1994
- Ensured compliance with industry regulations and legal requirements by implementing comprehensive people policies for the staff.
- Developed a strong partnership and collaboration with National Union of Telekom Employees to resolve staff member conflicts, actively listening to concerns and finding appropriate middle ground to ensure departmental goals was achieved by executing strategic plans and performance metrics..
- Revised, installed and monitored the executive reward plan and cost effectiveness and analyzed key cost elements to identify areas of improvement and make necessary adjustments.
- Communicated yearly KPIs with employees and UNION to keep everyone on same page and working toward established business goals.
Education
Sustainability Studies
Asian Business of School
Kuala Lumpur, Malaysia09.2023
360 Coach
USA Assessment PLUS
USA07.2010
Bachelor of Arts - Industrial Physchology
National University of Malaysia
Bangi, Selangor 04.2001 -
Skills
Strategic Human Resource
Talent Development and Mobility
Industrial Relation and UNION Management
Culture and Employee Well-Being
Health, Safety and Environmental
Sustainability
HR System - Success Factor
Board member
Timeline
Group Chief Human Resource Officer
UMW Holdings Berhad
10.2016 - Current
Director
IM Leadership Sdn Bhd
07.2014 - 09.2016
VP/Human Resource Director (Project Assigment)
Maxis Berhad
07.2012 - 06.2024
Global HR Business Council/SVP, Human Capital
International Netherland Group
07.2004 - 06.2012
Head of Human Resource and Corporate Affairs
DaimlerChrysler - Mercedes Benz Group
12.2002 - 06.2005
Vice President of HR Corporate Bank
Citibank Berhad
12.2001 - 11.2002
Bachelor of Arts - Industrial Physchology
National University of Malaysia
04.2001 -
Regional Head of Human Resource
CPC/AJI, US Corn Product International
11.1999 - 11.2001
Group Industrial Relation Manager/HR Manager
DRB-HICOM Berhad
04.1994 - 10.1999
IR/Compensation and Benefits Manager
Telekom Malaysia Berhad
07.1990 - 03.1994
Sustainability Studies
Asian Business of School
360 Coach
USA Assessment PLUS